Women In Tech Forum

Preparing for Performance Reviews and Building the Case for your Promotion
2023-12-14 12:30 - 13:30 (Europe/Paris) | Online – Virtual Event
Speakers to be announced.
Tickets can be reserved via Eventbrite.

Self-Compassion During the Festive Season
2023-12-06 | Membership Recording
This event will be recorded and uploaded to our membership platform.

Bringing your authentic self to work
2023-11-23 15:30 - 16:30 (Europe/Paris) | Online – Virtual Event
Research shows that people who feel safe and supported to bring their authentic selves to work tend to be more energised, more creative, and have higher engagement with colleagues, all of which lead to improved business performance.
Whilst creating a culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging is top of mind for many companies, individuals – particularly women and minority groups – often struggle to bring their whole selves to work and to act in a way that aligns to their true feelings and values.
The fear of being judged, not fitting in or creating tension, often leads women to hold back in the workplace.
Authenticity begins with having a level of self-awareness, knowing who you are – your values, emotions and competencies – and how you are perceived by others.
In this interactive live virtual panel discussion, we’ll be hearing real-life strategies and practical advice from senior leaders who have learned to build trusted relationships with co-workers, senior leaders and customers by communicating authentically, knowing what information to share, when to share and how to share.

We’ll be covering:

How to bring your whole self to work
How to stop holding back and overcome your fear of being judged
How to let your natural passions and talents shine through.

Meet the panel:

Stephanie Maziol, Senior Director of Product Marketing, Contentsquare
Eleanor Hitchings, Senior SMB Account Executive, Egress Software Technology
Michalina Buenk, Leadership Coach, Michalina Buenk Career Coaching & Consulting
Moderated by Angie Vaux, Founder & CEO, Women in Tech forum

Tickets can be reserved via Eventbrite.

Ageism - Successful Careers for the Over-50s
2023-11-07 | Membership Recording

The Marketplace Risk Global Summit
2023-10-30 - 2023-11-01 | London
Women in Tech forum members are invited to The Marketplace Risk Global Summit.Each year Europe convenes at the Marketplace Risk Global Summit – the first and only conference focused on risk management, trust & safety, compliance & regulatory and legal strategy for marketplaces and digital platforms – to learn, network and exchange best practices and trends.Marketplaces and digital platforms can register here using the code WOMENINTECHF25 for 25% off.

Active Allyship
2023-10-19 12:30 - 13:30 (Europe/Paris) | Online – Virtual Event
Diversity. Inclusion. Belonging. All topics that are top of mind for any SaaS company.
Although the industry has made some progress in recent years, tech remains a male dominated industry with less than 17% of the European tech workforce being women and people of colour.
For true change to happen, diversity, inclusion and belonging should be embraced at every level of an organisation.
The evidence shows that when men are deliberately engaged in gender inclusion programs, 96% of organizations see progress — compared to only 30% of organizations where men are not engaged.
Becoming an ally means recognising the advantages, opportunities, resources and power you have access to, and using this to advocate and personally support women and other marginalised groups to help them advance their career.
In this interactive fireside chat, we’ll be speaking to senior male and female leaders in the tech industry on their personal experiences and practical advice on how to:

Become an effective ally for women in tech
Build trusting relationships with marginalised groups
The small actions you can personally take to make a big impact.

Meet our panel:

Sonia Nash, Senior Presales/Solutions Consultant, SAP Concur
Christina Kopka, Head of Customer Success – Europe, Watershed
Special Guest

Tickets can be reserved via Eventbrite.

2nd annual Metaverse Summit
2023-10-10 09:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Omni Los Angeles, 251 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA, CA 90012, United States
Building connections and communities through mixed reality. As proud media partners with Women in Tech forum, Economist Impact is extending the invite to our members to attend the 2nd annual Metaverse Summit.

Find out more & register your interest.

Menopause
2023-10-09 | Membership Recording

International Cyber Expo 2023
2023-09-26 - 2023-09-27 | Olympia London, Hammersmith Rd, London, W14 8UX, United Kingdom
As proud media partners, we are thrilled to introduce another groundbreaking event from the International Cyber Expo: ‘Grab the Mic: Women in Cyber’, in collaboration with Assured Intelligence. WHERE 📍Olympia London – National HallWHEN 🗓 Tuesday 26 September 202309:30 – 17:30Wednesday 27 September 202309:30 – 16:00To secure your spot at the event, kindly complete your registration by clicking here: https://lnkd.in/eJd6mBWr

How to Find a Mentor and Build a Successful Mentoring Relationship
2023-09-21 15:30 - 16:30 (Europe/Paris) | Online – Virtual Event
No matter what stage you are at in your career, a mentor can provide valuable insights, guidance and advice to support your ongoing career development, as well as help you identify and navigate common pitfalls.
Research by Turning the Gender Diversity Dial suggests that mentees are five times as likely to be promoted than those without mentors, and 87% of mentees feel that they have a greater sense of empowerment and confidence as a result of their mentoring relationship. The research also shows that mentoring helps organisations to be more inclusive, more diverse and more creative.
In this interactive, live panel discussion with inspirational female role models at different stages of their career, we’ll be exploring how mentoring can benefit your ongoing career development, boost confidence and empower you to make positive career decisions.
We’ll be covering:

The role of mentor in career development

How to find the right mentor for you

How to build a successful mentoring relationship.

Meet the panel:

Rebecca Mallaburn, Project Manager, GBG Plc
Kinga Latoszek, Senior Accounting Manager, Samsara
Afeefa Khan, Senior Marketing Manager, Guider
Evangelia Koleli, Senior Machine Learning Engineer, GoCardless
Moderated by Angie Vaux, Founder & CEO, Women in Tech forum

Tickets can be reserved via Eventbrite.

Women in B2B Software Sales & Solution Consulting
2023-09-20 18:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Paris) | The Curtain, 45 Curtain Road, London, EC2A 3PT, United Kingdom
Join Women in Tech forum in partnership with ServiceNow for an evening of drinks, canapés and inspirational insights from senior female sales leaders in the tech industry.
In our interactive panel discussion, we’ll be discussing what it takes to build a successful career as a woman in the rapidly changing world of B2B tech sales, including:

Gravitas | Strategies to enhance your credibility and maximise impact as a GTM professional
Communication Mastery | Techniques for effective communication, assertiveness and impactful storytelling in sales interactions
Confidence and Presence | Cultivating self-assurance and executive presence for career sales success.

Whether you’re in sales or solution consulting, you’ll hear real life experiences and actionable strategies to enhance your communication skills, stand out and make a lasting impact.
You’ll also have the opportunity to network with other GTM professionals from rapidly growing scale-ups to multinational tech companies at one of Shoreditch’s newest private members clubs.
This event is open to women and allies.

Outline Agenda
6pm | Drinks reception and canapés
6.45pm | Panel discussion and audience Q&A

Shakira Talbot, Senior Sales Director UK&I, ServiceNow
Nerys Mutlow, Senior Cloud Advisory Executive/Managing Director ServiceNow practice, Accenture
Marlen von Roth, Regional Sales Director Central EMEA – Strategic Accounts, Atlassian
Special Guest
Moderated by Angie Vaux, CEO & Founder, Women in Tech forum

7.45pm | Networking and Drinks

Tickets can be reserved via Eventbrite.

Neurodiversity
2023-09-08 | Membership Recording

Future-Proof your Career
2023-08-24 12:30 - 13:30 (Europe/Paris) | Online – Virtual Event
Technology is evolving at a rapid pace leading to the emergence of new tools, programming languages and frameworks. Organisation’s are increasingly using artificial intelligence to automate and streamline core processes.
With the ever-changing digital landscape, workers need to continuously evolve their skillset to stay relevant.
Join Women in Tech forum for an inspiring panel discussion with senior female leaders who’ll be discussing the current trends, emerging technologies and the importance of continuous learning in future-proofing your career in tech.
Meet the panel:

Julie Burton-Brown, Senior Director of Marketing | CrowdStrike
Helene Goumard, Inclusive Director of EMEA Solution Consulting Experts | SAP Concur
Tamsin Minton, Technical Delivery Manager | NetApp
Moderated by Angie Vaux, Founder & CEO of Women in Tech forum.

Tickets can be reserved via Eventbrite.

Women's Health & Wellbeing
2023-08-02 | Membership Recording

How to get Noticed and Create Impact at Work
2023-07-19 12:30 - 13:30 (Europe/Paris) | Online – Virtual Event
Creating meaningful impact at work is key for ongoing personal and professional growth.
When you consistently deliver great work and contribute positively to your organisation, you increase your chances for gaining recognition, securing a promotion and advancing your overall career development.
Making a difference at work also provides people with a sense of purpose and fulfilment in their day-to-work work, enhancing our overall mental health and wellbeing.
Join Women in Tech forum for our monthly live virtual event, where our esteemed panellists will be sharing:

Why creating impact is important for women in breaking down barriers and gender stereotypes in the workplace

How to choose the right internal initiatives that advance your career goals

Practical strategies to get noticed and create impact internally and externally.

Meet our speakers:

Nihal Newman, Director of Network Security, Ofcom
Zi Deng, Backend Engineer, Monzo
Bethany Buckland, Manager, Business Development ECEMEA, UAE, Israel, Oracle
Moderated by Angie Vaux, Founder & CEO, Women in Tech forum

Tickets can be reserved via Eventbrite.

Inspiring Leaders Leaving Legacies: Charity Fundraiser
2023-07-06 17:00 - 20:30 (Europe/Paris) | Adobe Offices, 1 Old Street Yard, London, EC1Y 8AF, United Kingdom
Join us for an inspiring evening of women’s empowerment, networking, and fashion as we come together to support the Inspiring Leadership Foundation’s mission to empower disadvantaged women and girls. Adobe and Women in Tech forum are proud to collaborate and make a positive impact in our communities and beyond.
Our goal is to raise awareness and funds for this worthy cause through start-up funding and development opportunities. We are committed to promoting women’s entrepreneurship and advancing the business cases of the charity’s beneficiaries.
This event is a strategic collaboration focused on mobilising talented business leaders to become part of a long-term engagement with the charity to drive change in the UK and internationally. We invite individuals to take part in a fantastic auction and evening of food, drinks and networking.
You can also support by donating money, offering mentorship, and providing valuable assets and resources such as technical equipment, software, or clothing to promote business entrepreneurship and start-up funding opportunities for women and girls supported by the ILF. These can be donated directly to the charity prior to the event at Adobe’s offices.
Together, we can create a more equitable and empowering future for all women and girls. Join us in making a difference!
This is a ticketed event, priced at £5 per ticket, and 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Inspiring Leadership Foundation. Tickets can be purchased via Eventbrite.

Celebrating The LGBTQ+ Community
2023-07-04 12:30 - 13:30 (Europe/Paris) | Online – Virtual Event
Speakers to be announced.
Non-members can reserve tickets via Eventbrite.

Enterprise Metaverse Summit
2023-06-28 - 2023-06-29 | Hilton London Bankside, 2-8 Great Suffolk St, London, SE1 0UG, United Kingdom
The “enterprise metaverse”, essentially a digital carbon copy of the physical economy, could unlock innovation. Creating these connected virtual 3D replicas of physical assets, from single screws to entire factories can enhance productivity. Innovations unlocked through insights gleaned from digital mirror-worlds can help firms become more adaptable and efficient. Digital twins, the foundation that will underpin the enterprise metaverse, are forecast to be a $48 billion business by 2026 (McKinsey).

Yet despite much enthusiasm, it is not a given that the enterprise metaverse will take off as fast as its champions expect, if ever. Will it be based on proprietary technology or on open standards? How should firms build their first twin? And how to take advantage of the opportunities that can be unlocked? Offering a credible and nuanced perspective from all of the world’s leading digital twin authorities, Enterprise Metaverse Summit will give you the knowledge and tools you need to benefit from this emerging trend.

Our audience will include senior executives focused upon automation, IoT, Industry 4.0, digital transformation, XR, 5G, the future of work, supply chains, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and edge computing. Key industry sectors expected to attend include manufacturing, buildings, grid and infrastructure operators, transportation, healthcare and education.

Find out more information here.

Managing Your Productivity At Work
2023-06-21 15:30 - 16:30 (Europe/Paris) | Online – Virtual Event
Do you find yourself constantly switching between tasks?
Do you sometimes find it difficult to say no to new projects, even when you’re already feeling overwhelmed?
Do you find it difficult to switch off after work?
If you find it challenging to manage your focus and productivity at work, then this virtual event is for you.
Packed full of real life experiences and practical advice, our panellists will share their personal strategies on how to

build resilience
optimise productivity
practice deliberate rest to sustain energy, boost productivity, and enhance your mental health and wellbeing.

Meet our panellists:
Siobhan Gallagher | Fractional CRO
Scarlet Barber | Head of Document Cloud Sales, Commercial, EMEA, Adobe
Julie O’Brian | Chief of Staff – Marketing and PLG, Cisco
Moderated by Angie Vaux | Founder & CEO, Women in Tech forum

Non-members can reserve tickets via Eventbrite.

Chatham House Cyber 2023
2023-06-14 09:30 - 18:00 (Europe/Paris) | Chatham House, 10 St James's Square, London, SW1Y 4LE, United Kingdom
Digitalization has made cyberspace key for the continued growth and resilience of the global economy. At a time of increased geostrategic competition, conversations on technology, security and economics are increasingly intertwined.
Through a series of high-level discussions, cyber security experts from policy, business and civil society explore the role of cyber security in the global economy, and the collaboration required to deliver an open and secure internet.

Find out more information here.

Tech Live London
2023-06-08 | Virtual Event
Find out more here: https://virtual.technologymagazine.com/

Finding Your Voice: Advocating & Negotiating for Yourself in the Workplace
2023-06-07 18:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Paris) | Highspot Office London HQ, 90 High Holborn, London, WC1V 6BH
Join Women in Tech forum and Highspot for our Women in Tech in-person event where we will be chatting to female leaders from the industry on how to sharpen your negotiating tactics and advocate for yourself when you’re the only women in the room.
We’ll be covering how:

organisations can support and encourage women’s professional growth internally

to ensure you don’t just have a seat but also a voice at the table

to move forward with confidence, even when it may seem challenging to do so.

Agenda:
6pm | Networking drinks and canapes
6.45pm | Panel discussion and Audience Q&A

Emily Bushell, Director, Account Management, Highspot
Rosi Young, Sr. Revenue Enablement Manager, Highspot
Eliza AbiNader, Sr. Account Executive UK&I, Samsara
Lily Christensen, Sales Enablement Lead EMEA, FullStory
Moderated by Angie Vaux, Founder & CEO, Women in Tech forum.

7.45pm | Networking drinks
9pm | Close

Non-members can reserve tickets via Eventbrite.

Accent Bias
2023-06-07 12:30 - 13:30 (Europe/Paris) | Online – Virtual Event
Have you ever felt that you are naturally more attracted to listening to people with certain accents? Do you feel people with certain accents are more intelligent, articulate or better suited for certain jobs?
Join this session to learn the science behind accent bias. Rosi will also share her personal story and explain how having an accent can impact your career, your confidence and how people perceive you. This is also an opportunity for you to share your stories and experiences.
Non-members can reserve tickets via Eventbrite.

Building & Selling Meaningful Products
2023-06-01 18:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Paris) | Samsara London HQ, 1 Alie Street, London, E1 8DE, United Kingdom
There are 31 million developers around the world that build products and services everyday that change the way we work and live.
There are a range of technologies and frameworks that help companies build new products faster than ever before. But how do companies create and sell meaningful products that make a positive impact on people and on the planet?
In this interactive panel discussion with engineers, product designers and sales professionals, we’ll be discussing:

Human-centric design | how to design inclusive technologies with your end users and ensure sustainability is at the heart of your development process.

Product launch | strategies for planning and executing an impactful product launch.

Selling new products | creating a culture that supports and enables sales teams.

Whether you’re an engineer, a product designer, a product marketeer or a sales representative, this event will be packed full of insights on how to design, build and sell meaningful products that shape the world in which we live.
Agenda:
6pm | Networking drinks and canapes
6.45pm | Panel discussion and Audience Q&A

Ana Herwitz, Senior Account Development, Manager, Samsara
Andrea Harpprecht, Product Manager, Samsara
Euphemia Evans, Growth, Strategy and M&A Lead, Octopus Energy
Megan Schoendorf, Engineering Manager, Watershed

Moderated by Angie Vaux, Founder & CEO, Women in Tech forum
7.45pm | Networking drinks
9pm | Close

Non-members can reserve tickets via Eventbrite.

Preparing for Difficult Conversations
2023-05-25 12:30 - 13:30 (Europe/Paris) | Online – Virtual Event
We all have to deal with uncomfortable situations at work. This could be telling a client that a project is delayed, handling a disagreement with a colleague or dealing with performance-related issues.
Instigating a difficult situation can feel daunting, especially when the stakes are high and we’re unsure as to how the discussion will be received.
Tackling difficult conversations at an early stage can help prevent situations from escalating, and can help maintain a good working relationship with colleagues.
In this interactive panel discussion with seasoned leaders, we’ll be covering best practices and practical strategies on:

When and how to have difficult conversations at work
How to manage the exchange so it goes as smoothly as possible
How to develop the right skills, mindset and behaviours to handle the conversation effectively to deliver a successful conclusion.

Whether you’re an individual contributor or a leader, this panel discussion will provide some useful strategies which can be used where a difficult conversation is anticipated.
Meet the panellists:

Morgan Lewis | Sr. People Operations Manager, GBG
Morta Tyree | Technical Program Manager, Monzo
Caris Young | Talent Acquisition Lead, Gousto
Moderated by Angie Vaux | Founder & CEO, Women in Tech forum

Non-members can reserve tickets via Eventbrite.

Women in Tech Sales | Networking and Panel Discussion Event
2023-05-22 17:30 - 20:30 (Europe/Paris) | Herzogspitalstraße 24, Herzogspitalstraße 24, München, 80331, Germany
Join Samsara and Women in Tech forum for an evening of networking and inspirational talks from B2B Tech Sales Leaders who will discuss how they are adapting their sales processes to succeed in the current economic climate.
In this interactive panel discussion, we’ll be covering:

The changing buyer behaviour and how to adapt your sales process

Strategies to sharpen your sales toolkit for success in the current climate

How to use your unique strengths to help you get ahead.

Agenda:
5.30pm | Networking drinks and canapes
6.15pm | Panel discussion and Audience Q&A

Luba Ismakov | Sales Director, Samsara

Christina Dennstedt | Mid-Market Sales Manager, Samsara

Stephanie Pelzl | Head of Solution Consulting Strategic Accounts Central Europe, Adobe

Moderated by Angie Vaux, Founder & CEO, Women in Tech forum.

7.15pm | Networking drinks
8.30pm | Close

Who should attend?
This event is for women and allies at every stage of their sales career who are looking for tried and tested sales strategies to succeed in the current economic climate.
Whether you’re an SDR, an Account Executive, an aspiring sales leader, or a seasoned vice president, you’ll come away with best-in-class strategies to help you meet and exceed your quota..
You’ll also have the opportunity to network with other sales professionals from rapidly growing scale-ups to multinational tech companies at Samsara’s Munich Office.

Non-members can register via Eventbrite.

Navigating Fertility
2023-05-03 13:00 - 14:00 (Europe/Paris) | Online – Virtual Event

Women in Tech Sales
2023-04-26 17:30 - 20:30 (Europe/Paris) | The Bower, 211 Old Street, London, EC1V 9NR, United Kingdom
Customers are more savvy than ever before and are looking to have informed conversations with vendors who understand their business requirements, and can demonstrate industry and product expertise to deliver personalised value propositions.
The changing buyer behaviour coupled with the current macroeconomic environment is leading to more complex and longer sales cycles. Commercial sales people need to adapt their skill set and adopt a more data-driven and value-based approach, that is highly personalised to customer need.
Join Women in Tech forum in partnership with Pendo for an evening of networking and lively discussions with B2B Tech Saleswomen who will discuss how they are adapting their sales processes to succeed in the current economic climate.
Whether you’re an Enterprise Sales Leader, a Commercial Account Executive, or an aspiring Enterprise Account Executive, this event will be packed full of insights and practical advice to help you meet and exceed your quota.

5:30 pm | Networking drinks and canapes
6:15 pm| Panel discussion and Audience Q&A

Anna Barker, Director Commercial Sales EMEA , Pendo

Verity Buchana, Public Sector Lead, Contentsquare

Jovana Jordanova, Account Executive, Major Accounts, Airtable

Laura Bartkiewicz, Senior Manager, Mid-Market Sales, Figma

Moderated by Angie Vaux, Founder & CEO, Women in Tech forum

7:15 pm | Networking drinks
8:30pm | Close

Members can receive 50% off tickets by using code “MembersDiscount50” on Eventbrite.

Negotiate your way to Success
2023-04-25 15:00 - 16:00 (Europe/Paris) | Online – Virtual Event
The ability to negotiate successfully, whether for yourself or for your organisation, is a key skill.
Women face unique challenges when it comes to negotiating. Some of these are internal based on our cultural upbringing, and can lead to women downplaying their assertiveness for fear of being labelled ‘too aggressive’ or ‘too demanding’.
Externally, there is a (false) perception that women are less effective negotiators than men.
The fact is that women and men do bring different strengths and perspectives to the negotiation table, the key is understanding your strengths and avoiding some of the common mistakes that are made in the process.
In this interactive panel discussion, we’ll be covering:

The common challenges women face when negotiating

How to overcome barriers to success and achieve your goals

Strategies to communicate effectively and influence others.

Meet our panellists:
Manasi Kulkani | Senior Engineering Manager, Monzo
Emma Summerfield | Senior Product Manager, Gate One
And Special Guest

The National Cyber Security Show
2023-04-25 - 2023-04-27 | NEC Birmingham
Find out more here: https://www.nationalcybersecurityshow.com//
